According to a recent study published in JAMA Facial Plastic Surgery, corrective nasal surgery has been proven safe for patients prior to full adolescence. Double board certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Fernando Burstein has performed reconstructive rhinoplasty on different patients of various ages, nasal structures, and conditions for over 25 years. Nose surgery can resolve congenital disorders such as a cleft lip/palate or deviated septum or trauma to the nose that require surgery for improved nasal function and appearance.

The study investigated patients in their teens who sought rhinoplasty for nasal obstruction and deformity. Congenital disorders can affect patients’ ability to breathe as well as aesthetic appearance. Cleft lip and palate deformities affect the nose since cartilage is displaced in the separation of the lip and/or palate (roof of the mouth). A deviated septum, or when the nose’s interior wall is misaligned, can be a congenital defect or a result from trauma. A deviated septum affects breathing and can cause congestion in patients. Another skin condition, rhinophyma, develops in severe cases of rosacea that causes the nose to swell and enlarge which can constrict nasal airways. For the best results, Dr. Burstein uses specific techniques to improve breathing and restore the nose’s appearance as many congenital disorders can affect its original appearance.

Another common reason for younger patients to seek reconstructive nose surgery is repairing injury caused by trauma that alters nasal bone and cartilage structure. Nasal fractures are breaks or cracks in the bone over the bridge of the nose. Sometimes trauma may also cause cartilage to shift or scarring to form on the nasal septum. Dr. Burstein carefully realigns affected bones and/or cartilage to restore an open nasal passage and create a more aesthetically pleasing appearance.

Rhinoplasty, especially reconstructive rhinoplasty for younger patients, is a difficult and complex procedure so it is important to find a highly skilled and experienced board certified plastic surgeon that specializes in facial procedures. It is vital to preserve normal nasal structures and correct any functional issues during rhinoplasty. If you are interested in rhinoplasty or other facial procedures, please contact us today to schedule your consultation. Follow Dr. Burstein on Facebook, Twitter, and Google+ for the latest updates on facial plastic surgery.

As shown in statistics gathered from both the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery over the years, rhinoplasty has continuously remained one of the most performed facial procedures for both men and women. Double board certified in plastic surgery and otolaryngology, Dr. Fernando Burstein is an expert in rhinoplasty and performs this procedure to resolve aesthetic and functional concerns that patients have regarding their nose and overall appearance. He has developed and refined techniques that preserve a masculine or feminine appearance for each gender.

Rhinoplasty is different for men and women as research from the University of Iowa has shown men must retain a larger nose size, precisely 10 percent larger, than women to bring oxygen to greater muscle mass. The study concluded that men have more lean muscle mass, requiring more oxygen for muscle growth and blood circulation, so larger noses enable more oxygen to be inhaled and transported through the body. With over 25 years of experience in facial plastic surgery, Dr. Burstein understands the importance of balancing aesthetics and function for his male rhinoplasty patients.

Men and women have distinct structural differences that involve the size, shape, and appearance of facial features. In addition to having a larger nose, men also prefer a firmer, sculpted bridge while women prefer a more subtle result. Other facial features for men are typically larger than women’s so it is imperative to keep the nose in proportion to the rest of each patient’s face. Dr. Burstein meets with each patient during consultation to discuss treatment options and techniques to yield the best, natural-looking rhinoplasty results.

If you are interested in rhinoplasty or any other facial procedure Dr. Burstein performs, please contact our office today. For more information on plastic surgery news and research, follow Dr. Burstein on Facebook, Twitter, and Google+.

In the study, researchers from the University of Verona, Italy, followed 90 patients who underwent combination chin and nose surgery between 2002 and 2004. After three years of follow-up, researchers found that more than half reported no negative changes and were satisfied with their results. Rhinoplasty can achieve positive results alone but like many of our spotlight patients, nose surgery can be combined with procedures like blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery) or facelift surgery. After an in-person consultation with a patient, Dr. Burstein understands their aesthetic goals and determines a treatment plan to address each one.

Genioplasty techniques used in the study included chin implants and repositioning the patient’s bone, however, the results from utilizing the patient’s own bone actually showed more stable, long-term results. Dr. Burstein chooses this technique over facial implants as a more natural option to augment the chin. By using materials from the patient’s own body rather than a foreign substance, post-operative risks can be minimized. To further improve results, patients often choose minimally invasive treatments such as a chemical peel or laser skin resurfacing to smooth skin tone and reduce the appearance of scars.

For the most natural looking results, it is very important to find a board certified plastic surgeon with ample experience performing the procedures you’re seeking. If you’re interested in any surgical or non-surgical facial procedure, please contact us today. Also be sure to connect with Dr. Burstein on Facebook, Twitter, and Google+ for the latest news and updates on facial plastic surgery.